Table Of Contents:

*All About A Perfect Beach Day ..........4-5

*Preparedness ......................................6-7

* Keep Your Eyes Peeled .....................8-9

*Picking your Spot ............................10-11

*Setting up your Area .......................12-13

*Leave It Like You Found It...............14-15

*Glossary....................................................16-17

All About A Perfect Beach Day: 

A full day on the beach takes organization, practice, and a little bit of luck. If you are successful you are set to have an amazing day with family and friends.  We are lucky enough to live in an area with some of the worlds prettiest beaches that offer ample opportunities to get these experiences.  It is always important to remember to respect the beach and leave it the same way you found it for others to enjoy.      

Preparedness: Getting ready for the perfect beach day in Charleston takes a lot of work and organization. In order to be successful you need to make sure you have all the necessary items ready to go ahead of time. One small mistake can make for a disasters experience and possibly even ruin your plans. Having a checklist of items you may need is always a good approach to ensure you don't forget anything. If you can get yourself organized early you are more likely to have an enjoyable time on the ocean with family and friends. 

1. Sunscreen 

2. Towels, chairs, umbrella, or tent

3. Bathing suits & hats

4. Stocked cooler (sandwiches, snacks & DRINKS)

5. Change of clothes

6. Wireless speaker

7. Camera or phone

8. Beach toys  &  foldable wagon

9. A positive state of mind

10. An exit strategy   

Keep Your Eyes Peeled: Lowcountry beaches are home to a TON of beautiful wildlife to be on the look out for. Weather it's for your own protection or sightseeing, you may run into some of these on your beach journey:

Loggerhead Sea Turtle- Nesting runs from May- October so be careful where you walk!

Bottlenose Dolphins- Folly beach is home to more than 300 Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Remember to be respectful of their space!

Sand Dollar- they can be found on all of our SC beaches. It's important to remember they are living creatures.

Alligators- A common sight in Charleston, alligators hang out in rivers, marshes, ponds, canals and on golf courses. They have been seen swimming in Folly's ocean. 

Bobcats- Kiawah Island was once home to over 35 bobcats, sadly now there are less than 10.

Picking Your Spot: When you arrive it is crucial that you get a prime spot that will serve all the needs of who you are with. The earlier you get there the better chance you will have of getting the spot of your choosing. 

You need to take into consideration the following:

1. When is the next tide change?

2. What is the weather forecast look like?

3. How bad will traffic be at your departure time?

4. Will we have enough space to spread out?

Coastal areas experience 2 high and 2 low tides every 24 hrs and 50 minutes. This is due to the earths rotation

The average high temperature in Charleston is 89 degrees in the Summer and  the average low is 43 degrees in the winter months. Lowcountry weather is very unpredictable, so be ready for anything

Charleston visitors attributed to Folly Beach approximately $117 million in business revenues in 2015 alone

Proper Beach Setup: A best practice for setting up your area takes skill and coordination between you and your beach friends. A flawless execution of the arrival to area set up can make or break the success of your day.

A strategic order for proper set up can help move the process along:

*Park the car close to an entry and exit point

*Have the big stuff available to bring down first to claim your territory

*Spread your chairs out enough so late comers can fill in the gaps.

*Set up the beach nap spot sooner than later to prevent meltdowns.

*Turn the music to an appropriate level so you don't disrupt others.

*Get the umbrella or tent anchored in tight

*Keep the cooler in the shade to prevent spoilage

*Most importantly, sit back, relax, and enjoy the day